Aizawl, Mar 5: Forty-five remote villages in Mizoram remain un-electrified or de-electrified, Power and Electricity Minister F Rodingliana informed the state Assembly on Wednesday. The announcement comes amid ongoing implementation of the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS).

Responding to opposition BJP MLA Prova Chakma, Rodingliana said that sanctions for electrification work are in place and three contractors including two from outside Mizoram have been finalized. “Guaranteed Technical Particulars (GTP) drawings are approved, and initial material supplies have reached some sites,” he added.

The minister also highlighted ongoing transformer issues across the state, noting that 71 damaged units are awaiting repair allocation. Power supply continues via back-feeding from nearby transformers, preventing complete outages in affected areas.

Delays in repair and installation are attributed to a multi-step process involving formal surveys, Head Office approvals, and transport to a specialist workshop in Silchar, Assam. Manpower shortages and poor road conditions between Aizawl and Silchar have further contributed to delays, although periods of stable conditions have allowed accumulation of backup repaired units.

On safety measures, Rodingliana assured replacement of rusted poles at risk of collapse, with Rs 2.70 crore sanctioned for 2025-26. He added that high demand for Low Tension (LT) line extensions is being addressed based on available funds.